Corporation Formation (S-Corp & C-Corp) in California

What is Corporation Formation (S-Corp & C-Corp)?

California corporation formation creates a C-corp or S-corp under the California Corporations Code. The structure separates the business from its owners, issues shares, and establishes a board-and-officer governance system. Corporations are the standard structure for businesses seeking outside investment, planning an IPO, or operating with foreign or institutional shareholders.

When you might need this service

• You are raising capital from venture investors or angels who require a C-corp share structure.
• You want pass-through taxation but need formal shares and bylaws (S-corp election).
• The business will have more than one class of investor or stock.
• You expect to grant equity, stock options, or restricted stock to founders, employees, or advisors.

How Sari Law Firm helps

We incorporate, draft bylaws, issue founder stock, file the Statement of Information, set up the EIN and the initial corporate record book, and file the S-election when appropriate. Engagement is flat fee with a written timeline, incorporation typically within 7-10 business days. We also coordinate with your accountant on tax setup so the corporate structure aligns with the operating plan.